Recent content by ashton1881

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    Gosm - Vermont Castings Is Going Bankrupt

    I got my Big Block from epod2000. The closest Bass Pro shop is in Branson about 5 hours away from here. So, $50 shipping was not bad if you look at what wouold have been spent on gas to pick one up. If you have one shipped epod is the cheapest. They were also quick. When i got it in one of the...
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    Dial thermometer recommendations?

    Can I lay this one inside my smoker on one of the racks. I have tried the ones that you mount outside and dont like them. I want to put on in the smoker and when I open it up (very little so I don't lose temp) for putting more water or wood in or to mop I can take a quick look at what the temp...
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    First Rib Q-View!

    Did you use the 2-2-1 method? I am looking into doing my first rib smoke this weekend and have the exact same kind of ribs. Yours look good and not over done. Just wanted to get an idea of the times you used to cook, I know I will have to still keep an eye on them, but want a good base point of...
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    Can a Big Block run on natural gas?

    I have ordered my Big Block and have a couple propane tanks already. But, I was wondering if you can run a Big Block using natural gas. I have thought of putting a T on my gas connection I use for my grill right now and running it to my Big Block. I know you have to convert grill lines to do...
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    GOSM or Vault?

    Is that $228 with shipping and all? I was going to get one ordered next Tuesday from the epod store, but this would be cheaper if it is $228 total for the smoker and shipping. I couldn't find anywhere when I checked it out that listed a shippig price. Just want the best deal...
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    Howya from Razorback Country!

    What part of Razorback country are you from?
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    New one from Arkansas

    Well, I had done a little research and decided to go for the GOSM smoker from Wal-Mart for just $100. Then I decided 16 inches wasn't real wide so I opted for the wide body. Wide body runs about $140. After reading on a little more I found the Big Block. I figure that will last me. i am not...
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    New one from Arkansas

    Really just getting into smoked meats. Love to cook, love to eat, and love some good BBQ. Every time I go some place to get some Q I often leave thinking "it was good, but I think i could do a little better" Well, i have decided to learn how. When researching smokers and things i came across...
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    First Smoker: GSOM Big Block or smaller size?

    I too am looking at the GOSM smokers. I know I want the bigger one, but want to know what the difference between the "big block" and the "wide body" is. I can order a wide body that is 20 inches wide from Wal-Mart but dont know if that is the same thing that is being called the big block are...
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